PLANKINTON ELEMENTARY - 02

Plankinton Elementary - 02 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Plankinton School District 01-1 school district, located in Plankinton, SD with about 168 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 12 teachers, Plankinton Elementary - 02 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Plankinton Elementary, located at 404 E Davenport in Plankinton, South Dakota, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Plankinton School District. As a small-town school, it functions as a central hub for the local community, focusing on providing essential academic instruction and fostering the social-emotional growth of students in the early stages of their development. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of the surrounding rural population.

By operating under the broader Plankinton School District umbrella, the elementary school emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development. The institution is dedicated to preparing students for their future academic careers while utilizing the resources and community values inherent to the region. Families and community members can access ongoing updates, school calendars, and district policies through their official website at http://www.plankinton.k12.sd.us.

For more information, contact Plankinton Elementary - 02 at (605) 942-7743 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.